What is the cheapest way to get from Somerset to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Poole is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Somerset to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Poole is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Poole. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Poole via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Somerset to Poole?

The distance between Somerset and Poole is 99 miles. The road distance is 67 miles.

How do I travel from Somerset to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Somerset to Poole without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Somerset to Poole?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Somerset to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Poole bus from?

Somerset to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Poole train from?

Somerset to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Poole?

The best way to get from Somerset to Poole is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Somerset to Poole bus arrive?

Somerset to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Somerset to Poole train arrive?

Somerset to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Poole is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Somerset to Poole.

How do I get a bus ticket from Somerset to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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Somerset to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Somerset to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
3. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
5h 26m
£38–83
Drive 66.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Somerset to Poolecar 66.6 mi
1h 40m
£17–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
2. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
6h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
6h 40m
£46–111

Somerset to Poole by bus and train

61Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Somerset, England and Poole, England?

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Poole via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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